2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Phantom | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2800 mm |
